Date: Oct. 5, 2025 Participant: Marilene Hernandez #21602 Race: 2025 Portland 10K MindRX Group Distance: 6.2 miles

Steady Start with Mid-Race Variability Marilene Hernandez began the race with consistent efforts, maintaining a steady pace of 12:43 min/mile across the first two splits. Her placement was consistent too, with no change in positions, standing at 1266th overall and 694th among females. Notably, her initial split times indicate a well-planned start that balanced endurance and speed. There was a notable peak in performance at the 4th and 5th miles, hitting her fastest pace at 12:31 min/mile. Her placement improved significantly during these splits, jumping to 650th overall and 38th in her division. However, the 6th mile saw a slight slowdown, affecting her final average pace to 14:16 min/mile. The variation in her split times suggests that focusing on maintaining a consistent pace throughout could be beneficial in future races. Her impressive recovery in the middle of the race indicates potential for strategic pacing adjustments.